GMC Yukon

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Used product for
1 to 3 months

Price Paid:  $0.00 from Gene Smith

Year / Model Reviewed:
2007 GMC Yukon - SLT-2 trim

Summary:
The 07 Yukon comes in various trims. The more expensive the trim, the more options are standard. However, even the Yukon Denali has options you can add. So, a 07 Yukon can cost from $38,000 to well over $52,000 depending on trim and options. If you have kids and need more cargo space, then get the XL which is almost 1 foot longer.

I traded in my 06 Envoy Denali for the 07 Yukon with the SLT-2 trim. The envoy was nice, but I needed more cargo space and this works out well for my needs. The Yukon ride is smoother and quieter than the Envoy. My Yukon came with second row captain seats and third row bench seat. Therefore, it seats 7. But, depending on what type seats you want, it will seat from 6 to 8. I need the cargo space so I removed the third row seat and ordered a cargo mat that fits perfectly and solves the problem of the seat rails showing and the mat makes the cargo area flat. As for gas mileage, I get an overall average of 15.5 mpg. My Yukon is rated at 21 hwy because of the optional rear gear ration axle. So, at times I have been able to get slightly over 21 mpg highway but most of the time it runs around 18 mpg. FYI, the Denali has a much bigger engine and only rated at 19 mpg highway.

My Yukon has most of the options, at least the options I want. One of the best is park assist. It is very difficult judging distance when backing up. And sometimes you can not see anything if the object is too low. The park assist, or rear camera on some models, does a great job by warning you when you are too close to objects. It will start warning you at 8 feet with one of 3 lights in the rear cabin. Then if you get within 1 foot, all 3 lights will come on and it will beep at you. This is a must-have safety feature. The Bose sound system that plays MP3 is great. I also have navigation, sunroof, power rear liftgate, remote start, heated windshield washer fluid, tire pressure monitor, DVD entertainment and power folding rearview side mirrors.

I would suggest that before buying any vehicle, you do your research. Go to gmc.com and check out all the trims, options and prices. Then try to find a dealer that has a large variety to see all the options and colors in person. I did all that, plus I went to kbb.com to see what my trade in was worth. I went armed with information and got what I wanted at a very good price. I am very happy with this SUV and would highly recommend it.

Strengths:
Lots of options, quite and smooth ride, great styling

Weaknesses:
none

Similar Products Used:
Envoy Denali